DIY Doctor Who Costume (The 11th Doctor)

It’s been quite some time since I last posted a do-it-yourself costume idea, but with Halloween just around the corner I had one in mind that I wanted to share. My current television obsession is, without question, the fantastic BBC series Doctor Who. Matt Smith is pure genius in the role, so I figured his incarnation of the Doctor is a good place to start. Hopefully I’ll get another post up for David Tennant’s 10th Doctor before this Halloween, but no promises.

[amazon_link id=”B001PULAJ4″ target=”_blank” ]Burgundy Bow Tie[/amazon_link] or [amazon_link id=”B001PUHGVK” target=”_blank” ]Navy Bow Tie[/amazon_link]
The Eleventh Doctor’s Bowtie is probably the most iconic part of his wardrobe, so much so that they saw a surge in popularity when he first started wearing it. Without the bowtie, this costume would be virtually unrecognizable.

[amazon_link id=”B001V98QD2″ target=”_blank” ]Burgundy Suspenders[/amazon_link] or [amazon_link id=”B001V9CI2W” target=”_blank” ]Navy Suspenders[/amazon_link]
Right along side the bowtie, although often less visible, are the matching suspenders. Just make sure that you get the same color as whichever bow tie you select.

[amazon_link id=”B003XRSAV8″ target=”_blank” ]Fez[/amazon_link] or [amazon_link id=”B008QN69VW” target=”_blank” ]Cowboy Hat[/amazon_link]
These fine hats have each only made an appearance in a single episode before being vetoed by Amy Pond and River Song, but they are nonetheless an iconic part of The Doctor’s wardrobe.

[amazon_link id=”B005WKO7H0″ target=”_blank” ]Tweed Blazer[/amazon_link]
If you’re looking to get this new, expect to pay a lot. The above jacket is pretty close, otherwise you can get the officially licensed replica over at Think Geek. Personally, I’d suggest saving some money and going to your nearby thrift store to getting something close.

[amazon_link id=”B002OJVPWM” target=”_blank” ]Dress Shirt[/amazon_link]
Okay, so you probably don’t need to get a $110 dress shirt to complete this costume, but that’s the closest match I could find to what he actually wears. In all reality, you could walk in to your nearest department store and find a similar one for a lot less. Better yet, you might already have a decent shirt in your closet.

[amazon_link id=”B0051SKRDQ” target=”_blank” ]Trousers[/amazon_link]
Like the shirt, this is a little less iconic than the bow tie, suspenders, and hat. If you’ve got a dark pair of jeans that you already own, they’ll fit the part perfectly.

[amazon_link id=”B007PKD9CE” target=”_blank” ]Black Boots[/amazon_link]
If you’re pinching pennies, this part of the costume isn’t always noticable, but there are a few occasions when the Doctor’s choice of footware is important or even vital to the plot, so if you really want to look the part a pair of black lace-up boots is the way to go.

[amazon_link id=”B003FHXMDC” target=”_blank” ]The Eleventh Doctor’s Sonic Screwdriver[/amazon_link]
Did you really think you’d see the end of this guide without the most important accessory in the Doctor’s wardrobe? No Doctor is complete without his Sonic Screwdriver, so no Doctor costume would be complete without one either. There are a few options out there, but this is among the best replicas I’ve found.

With that, I urge you to go forth, assemble your Eleventh Doctor costume, and protect the planet from peril. As always, I urge anyone who uses this guide to share a picture of your completed costume in the comments.